Philosophy
Common Sense
We apply a common sense approach to satisfying client requirements, and have learned that the rigid application of processes and a one-size-fits-all attitude does not result in efficient solutions. Over reliance on technology and heavyweight project management methodologies does not deliver value in the same way that being busy does not equal being productive.
Independence
Vendors continuously play a game of technical leapfrog with one another. Relative features, performance, and price fluctuate on an annual basis. We are not aligned with any one vendor and enjoy the freedom to recommend the best solution for an individual clients needs. Indeed, for many years it has been widely accepted that a multi-vendor, multi-layer approach to Information Security is always the wisest course of action.
Action!
Decisive actions, such as new procedure, configuration changes, and increasing staff knowledge are essential for successful security projects. Policy documents are useless unless put into practice, surveys and audits are wasted unless recommendations are implemented promptly. Although competitor's staff frequently outnumber us, few are as focused on decisive action.
Balance
Fast, Cheap, Secure, you can only pick two. IT security can be a stressful profession. There is a constant tension between the needs of the business and the responsibility of the security function to protect. Projects are frequently high risk, high profile, and come with tough deadlines. Our team enjoys celebrating successful projects with the client and with each other. After 10 years of working alongside one another at a number of companies, we are proof that the team that plays together, stays together.
People
Our consultants are experts, having worked previously in senior security roles for the worlds largest and most successful ISP. With an estimated 70% of the Internets traffic passing over their network, they deployed and managed thousands of systems securely for blue-chip Times Top 100 and Fortune 500 customers. We have advised a number of public bodies including the Financial Services Authority and the Criminal Intelligence Units of a major UK police force. Staff are well referenced via previous engagements with top 5 Investment Banks, Telcos, Security vendors and ISVs.